Est. 2002 · San Jose, CA

Nurturing Lifelong Passion for Carnatic Music

Sri Paduka Academy cultivates the art of Carnatic music through disciplined practice, traditional pATAntharam, and a vibrant community of learners.

Our Philosophy

Given the depth of any art, we believe sustenance comes from starting early and starting with foundational learning. Of course, it's always a balance of work and fun that gets us there!

Objective

Objective

Sustain passion to life-long learning. Promote skills, context and enthusiasm for life-long learning.

Methodology

Methodology

  • Structured learning
  • Demystification through concepts and terminology
  • Improve tangible learning
  • Perceive intangibles through listening over time
  • Practice to perform to practice
  • Balance aspiration with individual milestones
Curriculum

Curriculum

  • Uncompromising pATAntharam
  • Summer enrichment workshops
  • DIY exercises, co-student team-projects
  • Self-led rhythmic & sahityam projects
  • Lecture demonstrations by invited guests
  • Topical / special lessons by experts

A Typical School Year

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About the Academy

Founded in 2002 by Sri. Neyveli Hari, Sri Paduka Academy of Classical Music enjoys the active support of experienced musicians and educators in the Bay Area.

With strong ties to the internationally acclaimed Neyveli tradition, we believe music is a vehicle for devotion and emotion — best cultivated through traditional paataantharam and disciplined, joyful practice.

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Neyveli Hari and students

Student Activities

See What Our Students Can Do

Watch performances, arangetrams, and enrichment workshops on our YouTube channel.

Since Inception

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Arangetram graduation concerts

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Students, mostly life-long

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Performing artist-led workshops

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